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Eli Lilly Concord
Title: TSMS Sterility Assurance Scientist
Type: 6 month contract w/ possible extensions
Schedule: Monday–Friday 8-5
Location: Concord site Concord, NC
Expected Compensation: $40-50/hr
Start date: ASAP
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, & Sick Days
Responsibilities
The Sterility Assurance Scientist is a technical role that assists in the development and implementation of the site’s sterility assurance programs and provides technical guidance and expertise in environmental monitoring, contamination control, aseptic process simulations, gowning/aseptic techniques, and cleaning/sanitization strategies, including disinfectant efficacy.
The principal role develops and implements a technical agenda and provides technical leadership for the Parenteral Process Team. This individual is also expected to serve as a mentor within the TSMS team and engage in upstream and external site activities related to sterility assurance and contamination control strategies.
Key Objectives / Deliverables
Provide oversight and technical guidance for sterility assurance programs at the manufacturing floor level.
Lead or provide technical support for sterility assurance activities including but not limited to:
- Airflow Pattern Testing
- Environmental Monitoring Performance Qualifications (EMPQ)
- Aseptic Process Simulations (APS / Media Fills)
- Cleaning, Sanitization, and Disinfection Programs
- Gowning within GMP Classified Areas
- Aseptic Processing Techniques
- Contamination Control
Additional responsibilities include:
- Assist in the development and implementation of facility monitoring and contamination control processes.
- Support development and implementation of the site contamination control strategy.
- Provide technical expertise related to cleaning and sanitization programs and disinfectant efficacy strategies.
- Support development and execution of cleanroom gowning and aseptic technique programs.
Sterility Assurance Program Support
Provide technical oversight for one or both of the following programs:
Environmental Monitoring (EM)
- Author Environmental Monitoring Performance Qualification protocols (EMPQ) and oversee execution.
- Evaluate EM data and author EM trend reports.
- Identify facility environmental isolates and maintain environmental isolate cultures.
Aseptic Process Simulation (APS / Media Fill)
- Author APS protocols and oversee execution.
- Evaluate APS data including personnel qualification results and author APS reports.
- Track and trend APS activities to ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to Global Quality Standards.
Additional Responsibilities
- Apply sterility assurance risk management principles to evaluate manufacturing processes and controls related to microbial, endotoxin, and particulate contamination risks.
- Analyze microbiological and manufacturing data to identify trends, discrepancies, and improvement opportunities.
- Provide technical support for root cause investigations associated with sterility assurance programs.
- Participate in internal and external audits as a sterility assurance subject matter expert.
- Create, execute, review, and approve technical documents and change controls related to sterility assurance programs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver TSMS objectives and quality goals.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
- Demonstrated understanding of scientific principles related to sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing including:
- Microbiology
- Environmental Monitoring
- Sterility Assurance
- Validation
- Technical Services
- Quality Assurance within cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Senior level: 2+ years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience (Microbiology, TSMS, Sterility Assurance, or related function)
- Principal level: 5+ years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience (Microbiology, TSMS, Sterility Assurance, or related function)
Additional Skills / Preferences
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally within a team environment.
- Strong self-management and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with data analysis and trending.
- Ability to wear appropriate PPE and work safely in manufacturing, warehouse, or laboratory environments.
- Ability to gown into cleanroom environments as required.
Additional Information
- Monday–Friday schedule.
- Role may initially support project activities and transition into routine manufacturing support as the facility and processes mature.
- Must be flexible to support production schedules, shutdowns, and operational needs.
- Occasional extended hours or off-hour work may be required.
- Tasks may require repetitive motion and standing or walking for extended periods.
Bürkert USA seeks a Senior MRP / Supply Chain Manager to join our operations leadership team in Huntersville, NC. You will be responsible for steering the fulfillment strategies that support our ambitious growth as a fluidic control solution provider.
This critical role demands a visionary professional capable of tactically analyzing and supporting, while strategically expanding our entire supply chain ecosystem. The Manager will directly drive the expansion of US production capacity and volume, spearheading the creation of a dynamic and consistent supply chain. Your leadership is crucial in transforming the fulfillment process into a high-performing asset that supports our growth. Our goals for growth are accomplished by aggressively pioneering onshoring and local for local build-up initiatives, and therefore we are seeking a proven and driven, high energy executive with deep expertise in modern supply chain principles, rigorous LEAN methodologies, and a demonstrated track record of transforming supply chains, maximizing local production value add, all to prepare for our US organization and global growth targets.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of supply chain professionals, including Material Resource Planning (MRP) Planners, Sourcing Specialists, Shipping, Receiving, Intralogistics, and Scheduling team members.
- Drive the strategic development and execution of Bürkert USA's supply chain, ensuring cohesion and alignment across our global value creation network of international factories and partners. Key focus areas include leveraging data for decision-making, tariff risk mitigation, and supporting local production build-up.
- Develop and manage inventory strategies (e.g., safety stock, re-order points) to optimize working capital and ensure product availability.
- Direct all logistics and distribution activities, including warehousing and transportation, to maximize efficiency and service levels.
- Lead the establishment of customer-focused supply chain requirements for new system and product developments. Collaborate closely with our Systemhaus Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to define critical sourcing and inventory strategies that ensure technical project success.
- Analyze and improve supply chain relevant material master data, identify potentials to increase customer service level (Sales Order Reliability)
- Participate in global SCM projects to improve logistics between international Burkert factories as well as global MRP strategies
- Work closely with other departments to analyze internal processes, define potentials for improvements and implement and document needed changes.
- Utilize and analyze supply chain KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement and drive corrective actions in alignment with the objective of creating net value and building a competitive infrastructure.
- Take the lead in developing and maturing our S&OP processes, collaborating with Sales and Marketing to generate accurate customer demand forecasts. This critical function involves translating those forecasts into a cohesive and financially sound material resource and strategic supply plan
- Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by driving LEAN methodologies throughout the supply chain.
- Partner with key Bürkert internal teams in Germany and leverage the global network to establish reliable material and service exchanges.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
- Manage budgets for the supply chain department and report on financial performance.
- Travel as necessary to key customers and suppliers domestically or internationally, including yearly to Bürkert factories internationally for collaboration, best practice sharing, and management of a consistent and high performing supply network.
Reporting Structure
This position reports directly to the VP of Operations, Burkert USA and has an indirect reporting line to the Burkert HQ Head of Global Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, & Logistics in Germany.
Qualifications
- Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to develop and execute a long-term vision for the supply chain function.
- Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex supply chain challenges.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of the organization and external partners.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of ERP systems (preferably SAP) and proficiency in supply chain management software.
- Analytical & Decision Skillset: Exceptional ability to translate complex MRP/ERP data into clear, actionable insights and strategic decisions. Proven competence in advanced quantitative analysis, scenario modeling, and driving optimal outcomes under uncertainty.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
- A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in supply chain management.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role.
- Certifications such as CSCP, CPIM, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Advanced knowledge of ERP systems, specifically, SAP, and proficiency in supply chain management software.
Segra is searching for a qualified and experienced Billing Transformation Data Analyst to join us in a full-time capacity.
Location Requirement:
This work arrangement for this role is a hybrid position, requiring three (3) days in the office, with flexibility to work remotely two (2) days each week.
Role Overview:
The Billing Transformation Data Analyst will need to be detail-oriented and analytical. The incumbent will be responsible for analyzing billing data, ensuring accuracy in customer invoicing, and supporting revenue assurance initiatives. The incumbent will also assist others on the team who work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, Finance, and Customer Service—to identify and resolve billing discrepancies, automate reporting processes, and optimize billing system performance.
The Billing Transformation Data Analyst will also assist with ensuring billing is processed accurately, as necessary, supporting the members of the Billing Transformation team. This position will assist others on the team with the design, development, implementation, and execution of processes related to the analysis of all billing.
Required Skills:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in data analytics, and Telecommunications systems and business practices.
- Bachelor’s degree in business/information systems or another technical/analytical field or equivalent experience required.
- Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction, manipulation, and reporting is required.
- Ability to understand work with a billing platform or similar system, understand system processes, and query language is required.
Preferred Skills:
- Effective organizational skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a strong ability to communicate with multiple leaders and levels of the business, with strengths in communicating results.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with high attention to detail are essential.
- The ability to meet pressured deadlines and prioritize competing priorities.
- Ability to comprehend technical product structures in various formats.
- Preferred tools include Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau, and MS Access.
About Segra:
Segra is one of the largest independent fiber network companies in the nation, able to offer state-of-the-art communication solutions backed by always-on customer service. We are known for our future-forward infrastructure and state-of-the-art voice and data technology solutions for businesses and the public sector, as well as wholesale transport services to some of the world’s largest carriers. Our network features the latest advances in IP, ethernet, and dark fiber architectures, as well as high performance data centers. Furthermore, our network powers technology solutions such as hosted voice, security, and cloud.
Segra has engineered our entire company operations to put our customers at the very center of everything we do. We invest in the communities we serve by hiring locally and continually upgrading our network infrastructure. Segra has over 1200 employees, 500k+ on-net and near-net buildings, and 44k+ fiber-route miles. We exist purely to help businesses within our footprint be successful.
Benefits Overview:
Segra offers a very robust benefits package to our full-time employees, some of which include:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
- Tuition and gym reimbursements
- Vacation/PTO, paid holidays, floating holidays
- Volunteer days, parental leave
- Legal, accidental, hospital indemnity, identify theft, pet insurance
Our Commitment to Equality:
Segra is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. Segra does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Salary Range: $47,670 - $59,535
Beyond competitive health and retirement benefits with immediate 401(k) vesting, Segra also invests in your total well-being through programs supporting physical, mental, financial, and social wellness.
The Key Account Manager - Pulp & Paper, leads DeZURIK's sales efforts to achieve company growth targets with assigned Pulp & Paper accounts in North America. This role provides strategic, commercial, and tactical leadership to the DeZURIK internal sales teams as well as channel partners selling into the North America Pulp & Paper market.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
- Grow existing relationships and develop new corporate relationships with assigned Pulp & Paper accounts. Increase DeZURIK's brand awareness and utilize contacts to penetrate each account with multiple product lines.
- Provide input to Sales Management regarding opportunities to increase profitability.
- In conjunction with the DeZURIK Regional Sales Managers (RSM's) and the DeZURIK rep network, develop, support, and execute a strategic plan that properly positions DeZURIK's products within assigned key accounts.
- In conjunction with the DeZURIK Regional Sales Managers (RSM's) and the DeZURIK rep network, coordinate key account project pursuit.
- Define, implement and manage key account expectations regarding the performance, pricing, and delivery of DeZURIK products.
- Contribute to DeZURIK product development initiatives in support of Pulp & Paper market opportunities and work with key account contacts to accept and employ specifications supportive of DeZURIK product lines.
- Utilize DeZURIK's CRM tool to monitor sales opportunities and manage project pursuit.
- Participate in Sales Department initiatives related to or associated with Pulp & Paper market, as assigned by company management.
Education and Experiences
- Bachelor's degree with a minimum 7 years of experience - Engineering discipline preferred.
- 10 years in a technical or sales management position serving the domestic Pulp & Paper market.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Effective communication, organization, and conflict management skills.
- Proven decision-making abilities for preparing and executing bids and establishing price levels.
- General understanding of acceptable business and sales practices.
- Thorough knowledge of the North American Pulp & Paper market, including participants, equipment, and processes.
- In-depth understanding of Pulp & Paper market customer needs, including price and delivery expectations.
- Strong technical sales skillset, including communication and presentation skills.
- Proven success meeting and exceeding sales and profitability goals.
- Valve and/or industrial process equipment sales experience a plus.
- High customer orientation.
- Collaborative style and ability to succeed in a team-first environment.
- Strong desire to win right.
- High power, low ego mentality.
Physical Demands
- Physical demands are typical of an office position, including extended periods of sitting, and extensive use of a personal computer and telephone.
- This role requires up to 50% domestic travel to support business needs, site visits, and key initiatives.
Working Conditions
Normal manufacturing and office environment. When working occasionally in some shop areas, personal protection equipment (PPE) will be recommended and/or required (safety shoes, safety glasses w/side shields, hearing protection, face shield, gloves, apron, and boots). Must have the ability to support extended business hours to meet customer business needs.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Quality
Quality encompasses all aspects of DeZURIK, Inc.'s business, and every team member shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process, and the quality system. All team members have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and, through designated channels, initiate and recommend solutions.
Salary and Benefits
DeZURIK offers a competitive base salary in the $86,158 to $107,698 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus opportunities tied to performance.
Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. DeZURIK also provides a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan for employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it's needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.
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Now Hiring: Regional Technical Leader - Wastewater Treatment Process
Charlotte, NC | Full-Time | Hybrid Flexibility
A leading, multi-disciplinary engineering firm is seeking a Regional Technical Leader – Wastewater Treatment Process to guide technical excellence and drive growth across its Treatment Practice in Charlotte, NC.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead process engineering design for municipal and industrial wastewater treatment facilities
- Oversee master planning, feasibility studies, and full design development
- Manage technical scope, budgets, schedules, and quality
- Conduct process modelling, mass balances, hydraulic analyses, and develop PFDs/P&IDs
- Prepare equipment specifications and layouts for advanced treatment technologies
- Serve as a primary client partner—supporting proposals, presentations, and long-term relationships
- Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams
- Support permitting, regulatory coordination, and site visits through construction and commissioning
Why Apply?
- Join a respected firm focused on community impact and high-quality design
- Competitive medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, PTO/holidays, and bonuses
- Strong professional development support and licensure reimbursement
- Collaborative, mission-driven culture with opportunities to shape regional strategy
What We’re Looking For:
- 20+ years of water/wastewater process engineering experience
- Bachelor’s in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering
- Active P.E. license
- Expertise in wastewater process design and modelling (BioWin, GPS-X, WaterCAD, etc.)
- Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and guide technical teams
Preferred: Master’s degree, BCEE, SME-level expertise, business development experience, and involvement in WEF/AWWA.
Ready to lead a high-impact regional practice? Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.
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The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:
What You will Do:
Quest Global is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will ensure compliance with quality standards and continuous improvement within Gas Turbines Rotor Components Machining Department. This role involves monitoring manufacturing processes, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective/preventive actions to maintain product integrity and customer satisfaction.
The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:•
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures for rotor components machining processes.
- Ensure adherence to company quality standards and applicable industry standards.
- Inspection & Documentation
- Review engineering drawings, specifications,
- Prepare and maintain quality documentation, inspection reports, and RCAs, Corrective / preventive action records.
- Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
- Lead investigations using RCA, 8D, and CAPA methodologies for non-conformances.
- Drive corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring issues.
- Process Audits & Continuous Improvement
- Conduct internal/process audits of machining processes and identify improvement opportunities.
- Support Lean initiatives and process optimization projects.
- Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with manufacturing engineers, machinists, and supervisors to resolve quality issues.
- Provide technical guidance and training on quality standards and best practices.
What You Will Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in quality engineering within a machining or heavy manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in quality tools: RCA, FMEA, PPAP and SPC
- Good understanding of CAD/CAM, CNC programming, and interpreting technical drawings with GD&T
- Strong knowledge of machining processes, CNC, CMM and precision components.
- Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Certification in Six Sigma will be an added advantage
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements for turbine components.
- Ability to apply continuous improvement methods to increase manufacturing quality, efficiency, reliability, and cost effectiveness.
- Experience with advanced manufacturing processes
- Candidate should be familiar with Lean and or Six Sigma philosophies and their application in process capability and improvement
Pay Range: (75K to 90K).
Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.
Work Requirements: This role is considered an on-site position located in Charlotte, NC.
- You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
- Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Travel requirements: Due to the nature of the work, no travel is required.
Benefits:
· 401(k)
· 401(k) matching
· Dental insurance
· Health insurance
· Life insurance
· Paid time off
· Referral program
· Vision insurance
· Short/Long Term Disability
Product Manager
How this Role Makes an Impact
ImagineSoftware is a growing company, and we are looking for an experienced Product Manager to join us! The Product Manager is a vital role in shaping our product strategy and driving solutions that deliver real impact for customers and the business. This position will partner with engineering, design, and cross-functional teams to align priorities, execute high-quality product releases, and ensure strong adoption across our client base. By combining customer insights with market expertise, the Product Manager will provide the vision and structure needed to enhance our offerings and support continued growth.
This is an ideal position for someone who thrives in changing environments and can build the roadmap to create innovative product offerings. We are an innovative company that evolves quickly, so come ready to contribute and learn at a fast pace!
Essential Duties
Product Strategy & Vision
- Identify customer and market needs through research, data analysis, and stakeholder input.
- Prioritize opportunities and initiatives to maximize business and customer impact.
Product Development & Execution
- Translate product strategy into detailed requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
- Work closely with engineering, design, and other teams to deliver high-quality products on time.
- Manage the product backlog, ensuring clarity, prioritization, and alignment with roadmap goals.
- Monitor product performance post-launch, iterating and improving based on data and feedback.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with sales, marketing, operations, and customer success teams to drive adoption and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for product questions and decisions.
- Act as product SME, conducting product demonstrations and assisting revenue and concierge teams as needed.
- Align internal stakeholders around product goals and outcomes.
Customer Advocacy & Market Insight
- Act as the voice of the customer, incorporating their needs and experiences into product decisions.
- Stay ahead of market trends, competitor offerings, and emerging technologies.
- Conduct user research, gather feedback, and analyze data to continuously refine the product.
- Other duties as assigned
Education and/or Experience Needed
- University degree or college diploma in the field of Business or Information Technology.
- 5+ years’ direct work experience in a product management, program management, or a related role
Qualifications You Must Have
- Excellent project management, coordination, and organization skills
- Ability to work well with clients and colleagues through a variety of communication methods
- Exceptional customer service and presentation skills
- Experience demonstrating products both internally and externally
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to solve problems
- Experience collecting feature functionality requests from clients and organizing, prioritizing and working with development teams to implement
- Basic-to-Intermediate level knowledge of SQL, database environments, and code trouble-shooting preferred
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with experience influencing stakeholders.
- Experience working with agile development teams and tools
- Comfort with data analysis and metrics-driven decision-making.
- Deep understanding of assigned product suite
Employment Type
- Full-Time, Exempt
Reporting Structure
- Chief Product Officer
Work Environment
- Working conditions are normal for an office environment. The position may require working extended hours and working during some weekends.
- Charlotte, NC preferred
At ImagineSoftware, we have a role to play in contributing to an inclusive world. We work every day to lead with our values and beliefs that enable you to develop your potential and bring your full self to the workplace. Our culture of diversity and inclusion enables more creative thinking and better ideas for addressing a more diverse market. We hire driven people from all backgrounds because it makes us a great company, and because it’s the right thing to do. If you share these values, you will find a home at ImagineSoftware.
Job Title: Senior Construction Estimator – Mechanical Contracting
Location: Charlotte, NC
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior Construction Estimator with strong experience in mechanical contracting to join our Charlotte team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of estimating experience and a proven background in healthcare and/or data center projects. This position plays a key role in supporting preconstruction efforts, ensuring accurate cost estimates, and contributing to successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and piping scopes.
- Review project plans, specifications, and design documents to develop accurate and competitive estimates.
- Analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes to ensure pricing accuracy and scope alignment.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients during preconstruction to identify cost-saving opportunities and constructability options.
- Lead estimate reviews and provide clear documentation of assumptions, inclusions, and exclusions.
- Develop quantity take-offs and pricing for all phases of design and construction.
- Assist in preparing and presenting bid proposals and project budgets.
- Maintain current knowledge of market conditions, labor rates, and material pricing.
- Support junior estimators and help standardize estimating procedures and tools.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a construction estimator in the mechanical contracting industry.
- Proven experience estimating healthcare and/or data center projects is required.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, piping).
- Proficient with estimating software (e.g., Trimble, Bluebeam, FastPIPE/FastDUCT, or similar).
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
Join the Legacy – Build the Future!
Carolina Foods, the maker of Duchess Brand snacks and the creator of one of America’s first Honey Buns, has been delivering quality and innovation for over 90 years. As a leading manufacturer of sweet baked goods, including honey buns, baked pies, fried pies, and gem donuts, we are entering an exciting phase of growth and expansion. We are looking for motivated and experienced leaders to join our journey and help shape the future!
Position Summary
The Safety Specialist is responsible for supporting and advancing the company’s safety strategy within a high-volume commercial bakery manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Head of HR, this role partners closely with plant leadership, operations, maintenance, and warehouse teams to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and foster a proactive safety culture.
This position blends systems management and documentation rigor with strong field presence and leadership influence. The Safety Specialist will maintain safety programs and records while actively coaching leaders and employees to drive safe behaviors and sustainable operational practices.
Key Responsibilities
Safety Program Management
- Maintain and continuously improve site safety programs, policies, and procedures in alignment with federal, state, and local regulations (including OSHA standards).
- Manage required safety documentation including training records, incident reports, audits, inspections, SDS management, and compliance logs.
- Coordinate and support workers’ compensation processes, return-to-work programs, and incident case management.
- Lead and document Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), risk assessments, and safety observations.
Compliance & Systems Administration
- Ensure regulatory compliance in a manufacturing environment involving heavy machinery, automated systems, confined spaces, lockout/tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, powered industrial trucks, and food production operations.
- Maintain safety metrics and dashboards; analyze trends and present findings with actionable recommendations to leadership.
- Administer safety management systems and digital reporting platforms; ensure accuracy and integrity of data.
- Prepare for and support internal and external audits.
Leadership Support & Culture Building
- Partner with business leaders to integrate safety into daily operations and decision-making.
- Coach frontline supervisors on incident investigations, corrective actions, and accountability practices.
- Facilitate safety meetings, training sessions, and awareness initiatives.
- Influence leaders and employees at all levels to reinforce ownership and compliance.
- Serve as a visible presence on the production floor to proactively identify hazards and reinforce safe behaviors.
Incident Management & Continuous Improvement
- Lead or support thorough incident investigations using root cause analysis methodologies.
- Develop corrective and preventive action plans and monitor completion.
- Identify systemic risks and recommend engineering, administrative, or behavioral controls.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce recordable incidents and improve leading indicators.
Qualifications
Required Experience & Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
- 3–5+ years of industrial or manufacturing safety experience required (food manufacturing experience preferred).
- Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA regulations and manufacturing safety standards.
Technical Skills
- Strong computer systems proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Experience with safety management systems, HRIS platforms, incident tracking software, and digital documentation systems.
- Ability to analyze data and create clear, actionable reports and presentations.
Competencies
- Proven ability to influence and coach leaders without direct authority.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- High attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
- Ability to balance strategic program oversight with daily operational execution.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Work Environment
- Active presence required on production floor in a commercial bakery environment including exposure to moving machinery, temperature variations, noise, and flour dust.
- Ability to walk the facility regularly, stand for extended periods, and respond quickly to incidents or hazards.
What Success Looks Like
- Reduced recordable incidents and improved leading safety indicators.
- High levels of leadership engagement in safety ownership.
- Audit-ready documentation and regulatory compliance.
- A visibly improved safety culture integrated into daily operations.
Carolina Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
About Us:
At Rodgers, we’re not just building structures — we’re building the future of the Carolinas. From hospitals that heal to campuses that educate, our work shapes the communities where we live and serve. As a leading construction manager in the Southeast, we take pride in delivering meaningful projects that improve lives, spark innovation, and stand the test of time.
As a Rodgers team member, you’ll be part of a company known for safety, quality, and making an impact that lasts. With a comprehensive benefits package, a culture that puts people first, and opportunities to grow alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the industry, you’ll join a team that shares one cohesive mission: to build buildings with purpose, to build relationships with integrity, to build people who lead, and to build communities with care.
**This job can be out of Charleston, Greenville, or Columbia, SC**.
Qualifications/Experience:
- 3+ years of MEP coordination, installation or inspection experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Construction Engineering (preferred).
- Understanding of MEP systems and construction processes.
- Familiarity with building codes and safety regulations.
- Proficient in reading construction drawings and specifications.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs.
- Must be eager to learn and grow professionally, with an emphasis on developing a deeper understanding of MEP systems, building codes, and construction.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Willingness to Travel to various project sites.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions:
- Conduct MEP site inspections and quality control checks.
- Monitor MEP installation progress.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards.
- Facilitate communication between subcontractors, consultants, and project teams.
- Coordinate MEP system startup and testing.
- Support owner commissioning activities, system turnover and close out.
- Assist the project teams in scheduling and sequencing MEP activities.
- Assist in the planning of MEP system shutdowns and tie-ins.
- Support QA/QC documentation and inspection readiness.
- Support VDC/BIM modeling team with technical knowledge.
- Prepare reports to document finding on site visits.
- Perform additional assignments as necessary per supervisor’s direction.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefit package:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Telehealth
- Paid Days Off, Sick Days Off, Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays
- Jury Duty Leave
- Family Leave
- Paid Parental & Pregnancy Leave
- Short/Long-Term Disability
- Pre-tax Insurance Premium Plan
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Education and Training Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal & ID Theft Services
- Competitive Salary
- Employee Referral Program
The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day to day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EOE/Vets/Disabilities